Herbal Medicine Apprenticeship Program
An Exploration of Wild Foods and
Plant Medicines of the San Juan Islands
and Pacific Northwest
Photo by Colleen Stewart
Immerse yourself in the cycle of the seasons and connect with the magic and beauty of our landscape in this in-depth study of edible and medicinal plants, seaweeds, and Western Herbalism. Much more than books and notes, this apprenticeship is a life-changing experience:
an opportunity to explore the world of plants through sensory awareness
to make medicine and share wisdom in community
to feel supported and nourished by a group of like-minded individuals
to change the world through the healing power of plants
This course is part of 3-year cycle through which participants will gain a well-rounded knowledge in:
How to identify, harvest, and process native and naturalized plants for food and medicine
Sustainable wildcrafting
The role of medicinal plants in our ecosystem
Invasive plant medicine
Wild plants as nutritional support and medicine for mind, body, and spirit
Seaweeds: harvesting, food, and medicine
Tradition, culture, and lore surrounding plants that grow in our region
Kristy walks between the scientific and spiritual worlds of herbalism. Through direct experience with plants, making medicine, and research, she guides an intimate, holistic and wondrous journey with herbs.
Colleen Stewart, 2017 Participant
Program includes:
9 full-day sessions from April–November
including 1-2 day field trip adventures in our area
sessions with Kristy Bredin and other experts in the plant world
2-3 student projects and presentations
share of the medicines we make together in class
Open to novices and those with experience alike. Limited spaces available.
Most classes are held on Orcas Island and San Juan Island, WA. Some classes will be field trips to other locations.
2022 Apprenticeship Program is already in session. Applications for 2023 aredue by March 15, 2023. Classes will begin April 2023.
Intro to Western Herbalism and Herbal Alchemy: The Art and Science of Medicine Making is a pre-requisite for the Apprenticeship Program. If you miss the live Zoom class offering, it will be available by recording.
Tuition is $1800 for the year ($1600 if paid in full before the start of classes). Additional expenses not covered by tuition: transportation for field trips, suggested reference books, and personal tincture bottles.
Payment plans, work-trade, hosting, and other discounts available.
For more information, questions, or to apply, please contact Kristy.
